Global Academy of Technology (GAT), Bengaluru, is a private autonomous engineering institution established in 2001. It is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. GAT holds NAAC Grade A (3.15 out of 4) accreditation, valid until 2028, and NBA accreditation for its CSE, ECE, and ISE undergraduate programmes.
GAT does not currently appear in NIRF or other major national ranking frameworks.
The campus is located at Aditya Layout, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru. It is a self-contained campus with dedicated hostels for men and women, computing labs, a central library, sports facilities, and research centres.
- BE (Bachelor of Engineering) — 4-year programme across 9 specialisations:
- CSE, CSE (AI and ML), AI and Data Science, ISE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, EEE, Aeronautical Engineering
- Admission via KCET (Karnataka government quota) and COMEDK UGET
- MBA — 2-year programme across 5 specialisations: Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, and Operations Management. Admission via Karnataka PGCET.
- M.Tech — 2-year postgraduate programme in CSE and Structural Engineering. Admission via GATE.
- PhD — Research programmes in 3 departments.
Total BE fees are INR 9.40 Lakhs for most branches (INR 2.35 Lakhs per year). MBA total fees are INR 6.00 Lakhs for the 2-year programme.
Hostel accommodation is available on campus for up to INR 80,000 per year (boys and girls hostels).
GAT Bengaluru placements have seen top recruiters from the IT and manufacturing sectors, with the highest reported offer at INR 32 LPA and an average around INR 5.75 LPA for recent batches.
GAT Bangalore Admission Dates 2026
GAT Bengaluru BE admissions for 2026-27 are governed by KCET 2026 (Karnataka government quota) and COMEDK UGET 2026 (COMEDK quota). MBA admissions run through Karnataka PGCET 2026. Counselling and seat allotment are in progress across all programmes as of September 2026.
| Event | Status or Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Result | June 6, 2026 |
| KEA KCET Counselling (BE) | In progress. Check kea.kar.nic.in |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Result | May 29, 2026 |
| COMEDK Counselling (BE) | In progress. Check comedk.org |
| PGCET 2026 MBA Exam | June 7, 2026 |
| PGCET 2026 MBA Result | August 19, 2026 |
| PGCET MBA First-Round Seat Allocation | September 19, 2026 |
| PGCET MBA Second Round | Dates pending on kea.kar.nic.in |
The table below shows the entrance exam accepted for each programme at GAT Bengaluru.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Quota |
|---|---|---|
| BE (all specialisations) | KCET 2026 | Karnataka Government Quota (60%) |
| BE (all specialisations) | COMEDK UGET 2026 | COMEDK Quota (up to 40%) |
| BE (Lateral Entry) | KLEA (Lateral Entry KCET) | Diploma holders, 2nd year direct admission |
| MBA | Karnataka PGCET 2026 | All Karnataka state quota seats |
| M.Tech | GATE | Merit-based |
GAT Bangalore Courses and Fees
GAT Bengaluru offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across engineering, technology, and management disciplines. The BE programme spans 9 specialisations, all affiliated to VTU and AICTE-approved. Total fees for most BE specialisations are INR 9.40 Lakhs over 4 years.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE (CSE, AI-ML, AI-DS, ISE, ECE, Mech, Civil, Aeronautical) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% (40% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC) | INR 9.40 Lakhs |
| BE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, min 45% (40% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC) | INR 12.00 Lakhs |
| MBA | 2 years | Any graduation, min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC) | INR 6.00 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (CSE, Structural Engineering) | 2 years | B.E./B.Tech relevant branch | INR 4.00 Lakhs |
Hostel fees at GAT are up to INR 80,000 per year, payable separately from programme fees. The annual BE fee of INR 2.35 Lakhs covers tuition (INR 2.15 Lakhs) plus other fees (INR 20,000). MBA specialisations include Business Analytics, Finance, HR Management, Marketing Management, and Operations Management.
GAT Bangalore Admission Process
BE admission at GAT Bengaluru is fully dependent on KCET and COMEDK ranks. GAT does not conduct a separate entrance test. All Karnataka government quota seats fill through KEA counselling; COMEDK quota seats fill through COMEDK’s own counselling portal.
BE Admission Process
- KCET route: Class XII with PCM, minimum 45% aggregate (40% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC categories). KCET rank from the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) determines government-quota seat allotment.
- COMEDK route: Class XII with PCM, minimum 45%. COMEDK UGET rank determines seat allotment under the COMEDK quota. No separate eligibility requirement differs from KCET.
- Lateral entry: Diploma holders in relevant engineering can apply for 2nd-year direct admission through KLEA (Lateral Entry Admissions). Karnataka domicile required for government-quota lateral entry.
Once seat is allotted through counselling, candidates report to the GAT campus for document verification. Original certificates (10th, 12th marksheets, transfer certificate, community certificate for reserved categories) are required at the time of reporting.
MBA Admission Process
MBA admission uses Karnataka PGCET 2026 scores. Minimum eligibility is any bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC). PGCET seat allotment is conducted through KEA in multiple rounds. GAT offers MBA in five specialisations: Business Analytics, Finance, HR Management, Marketing Management, and Operations Management.
GAT Bangalore Placements
GAT Bengaluru maintains an active placement cell with over 200 industry partners and has signed more than 100 MOUs with international and government organisations. The placement process includes an 11-step training-to-placement pipeline covering aptitude training, soft skills, technical workshops, and mock interviews from the first year.
Recent placement cycles have seen top offers from IT services, product companies, and manufacturing firms. The highest reported offer in recent batches was INR 32 LPA. The average CTC for placed students is approximately INR 5.75 LPA across departments.
| Department | Typical Hiring Sectors | Notable Recruiters |
|---|---|---|
| CSE and ISE | IT services, product development, analytics | Infosys, Wipro, Capgemini, TCS, Amazon |
| ECE | Embedded systems, telecom, IT | Bosch, Intel, ISRO vendors, IT firms |
| Mechanical and Civil | Manufacturing, construction, core engineering | L&T, Toyota Kirloskar, Bosch Rexroth |
| MBA | BFSI, marketing, HR, analytics | ICICI Prudential, Ally Financial, Deloitte |
GAT Bangalore Scholarships
GAT Bengaluru does not publish a separate in-house merit scholarship scheme. Students are eligible for state and central government scholarship programmes administered through the National Scholarship Portal.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (NSP) | SC, ST, OBC, Minority category students | Tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance as per government norms |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships (CSS) | 80th percentile in Class XII, family income below INR 8 Lakhs per annum | INR 12,000 per annum (UG students) |
| Karnataka State Scholarship Schemes | Karnataka domicile students from SC/ST/OBC and minority backgrounds | As per Karnataka state scholarship norms |
| KCET Fee Reimbursement (Karnataka Govt Quota) | Students admitted through KCET under government quota from Karnataka | Partial or full fee reimbursement as per Karnataka government notification |
Applications for central government scholarships are submitted through scholarships.gov.in. Karnataka-domicile students should also check the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal for state-specific schemes. GAT students with government-quota seats through KCET may be eligible for Karnataka government fee reimbursement under applicable category and income criteria.
GAT Bangalore Campus and Infrastructure
The GAT campus is located at Aditya Layout, Rajarajeshwari Nagar (RR Nagar), in South-West Bengaluru. The campus is a self-contained academic environment with teaching blocks, a central library, and dedicated laboratories for each engineering department, including specialist forensic and computing lab facilities.
The campus has incubated over 500 startups through its entrepreneurship cell, reflecting an active industry-engagement culture. Research facilities include PhD centres in 3 departments. The 200-plus industry partner network and 100-plus MOU relationships with government and international organisations support placement and internship pipelines.
Hostel facilities are available separately for boys and girls on or near campus, at up to INR 80,000 per year. The Rajarajeshwari Nagar location is well-connected by BMTC bus services and is approximately 15 km from MG Road, central Bengaluru.
GAT Bangalore vs NHCE vs Acharya Institute of Technology
Aspirants considering GAT Bengaluru through KCET or COMEDK often evaluate it alongside New Horizon College of Engineering (NHCE) and Acharya Institute of Technology (AIT), all three being autonomous, VTU-affiliated private engineering colleges in Bengaluru.
| Parameter | GAT Bangalore | NHCE Bangalore | Acharya Institute of Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Private autonomous, VTU-affiliated | Private autonomous, VTU-affiliated | Private autonomous, VTU-affiliated |
| Established | 2001 | 2001 | 2000 |
| NAAC Grade | A (3.15) | A+ (3.26) | A+ (3.26) |
| BE Total Fees (approx) | INR 9.40 Lakhs | INR 9.00 to 11.00 Lakhs (varies by branch) | INR 9.00 to 10.00 Lakhs (varies by branch) |
| BE Admission Route | KCET / COMEDK | KCET / COMEDK | KCET / COMEDK |
| NBA Accreditation | Yes (CSE, ECE, ISE) | Yes (selected branches) | Yes (selected branches) |
| Location | RR Nagar, South-West Bengaluru | Marathahalli, East Bengaluru | Soladevanahalli, North-West Bengaluru |
GAT and AIT have similar fee structures. NHCE and AIT hold NAAC A+ versus GAT’s NAAC A, which may be relevant for aspirants focused on accreditation status. All three recruit from a similar IT and core engineering employer pool. Campus location within Bengaluru (RR Nagar vs Marathahalli vs Soladevanahalli) is a practical differentiator for many aspirants.
GAT Bangalore FAQs
Ques. Is GAT Bangalore a government or private college?
Ans. GAT Bengaluru is a private autonomous engineering college affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and approved by AICTE. It is not a government college. It holds NAAC Grade A (3.15) accreditation and NBA accreditation for CSE, ECE, and ISE branches.
Ques. What is the total fee for BE at GAT Bangalore?
Ans. The total BE fee at GAT Bengaluru is INR 9.40 Lakhs for most branches, paid at INR 2.35 Lakhs per year (INR 2.15 Lakhs tuition plus INR 20,000 other fees). The Electrical and Electronics Engineering branch has a higher total fee of INR 12.00 Lakhs. Hostel fees are up to INR 80,000 per year, charged separately.
Ques. What is the average placement package at GAT Bangalore?
Ans. The average CTC at GAT Bengaluru is approximately INR 5.75 LPA for recent batches. The highest reported offer is INR 32 LPA. Key recruiters include IT services companies, product firms, BFSI companies, and core engineering employers such as Bosch and L&T.
Ques. How do I get admission to BE at GAT Bangalore?
Ans. BE admission at GAT Bengaluru is through KCET (Karnataka government quota) or COMEDK UGET (COMEDK quota). Appear in the relevant exam, receive a rank, and register for KEA or COMEDK counselling. GAT does not conduct a separate entrance test. The minimum eligibility is 10+2 with PCM and 45% aggregate (40% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC).
Ques. Does GAT Bangalore have NIRF ranking?
Ans. GAT Bengaluru does not currently appear in NIRF rankings. It holds NAAC Grade A (3.15 out of 4) accreditation, which is valid until 2028, and NBA accreditation for its CSE, ECE, and ISE undergraduate programmes.
Ques. Is hostel available at GAT Bangalore?
Ans. Yes. GAT Bengaluru provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Hostel fees are up to INR 80,000 per year, charged separately from programme fees. Contact the admissions office at admissions@gat.ac.in for current hostel availability and room allotment details.
Ques. What MBA specialisations does GAT Bangalore offer?
Ans. GAT Bengaluru offers MBA in five specialisations: Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, and Operations Management. MBA admission is through Karnataka PGCET 2026. Total MBA fees are INR 6.00 Lakhs for the 2-year programme. Minimum eligibility is any bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate.


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Securing an AIML seat at Global Academy of Technology, Bangalore under the state merit quota with a rank of 75,661 is unlikely, as general cutoffs close around 30,000. However, if this is a COMEDK rank, you stand a strong chance since their AIML cutoffs regularly extend past 90,000.
No, that won’t be possible because PGCET entrance exam scores are compulsory to get admission to the Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in this session. The registration process for the course is open now and you can find the admission link on the official website.
The fee for the hostel facilities offered by Global Academy Of Technology Bangalore is INR 80,000 for the entire duration of the courses which includes various charges such as mess charges, registration fees, hostel development fund, and other minimal charges.
The fee for the BE (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning) and BE (Computer Science and Engineering) is INR 3,00,000 for the duration of 4 years which includes various charges such as examination fees, college development fund, registration fees, tuition fees, etc.
GAT, Bangalore has a strong training & Placement Cell that aids in providing placements to its students every year with a highest package of 6.45 LPA and an average package of 4.53 LPA.